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epidemic
a disease outbreak spreading rapidly in a region
In more detail
1. (noun) a disease that spreads quickly and affects many people in an area at the same time
2. (noun) a rapid spread or outbreak of something undesirable
Examples
- 1. During the flu epidemic, schools were closed and many people stayed home.
- 2. The city faced a crime epidemic that required urgent action.
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